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Federal legislation proposed to crack down on fake organics
Sales of genuine products surged to $43 billion in 2016, with the market is projected to grow at a CAGR of more than 14% until 2021.
By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 9, 2017 -
Ben & Jerry's to improve pay and working conditions of dairy laborers
The ice cream maker signed the "Milk with Dignity" agreement after a survey found 40% of worker didn't get a day off or weren't paid a minimum wage.
By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 9, 2017 -
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The food and beverage industry is changing rapidly and the actions companies take this year are likely to play a major role in defining their future.
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USDA
New law passed in San Francisco would require grocers to report on animal antibiotic use
The ordinance, which now goes to Mayor Ed Lee for final action, is the first of its kind to pass in the U.S. — but could create a ripple effect through the entire food supply chain.
By Sandy Skrovan • Oct. 5, 2017 -
USDA
Will new food safety regulations reduce listeria on RTE produce?
According to the CDC, there have been 13 multistate foodborne illness outbreaks linked to the pathogen since 2011, with four traced to fresh fruits and vegetables.
By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 5, 2017 -
Largest US egg producer curtails production of cage-free variety as demand wanes
Cal-Maine said even though food service providers, restaurants and retailers have vowed to move away from conventional varieties, higher prices have slowed adoption.
By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 5, 2017 -
Californians pay 9% more for eggs because of strict animal welfare laws
Between January 2015 and July 2016, the state's production dropped by about 35%, according to a new academic study.
By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 4, 2017 -
Raw milk dairy declines voluntary recall after state reports finding salmonella
Pride and Joy Creamery in Granger, Washington, maintains its products are safe — and continues to dispute previous findings of bacterial contamination.
By Cathy Siegner • Oct. 2, 2017 -
FDA proposes 2020 compliance deadline for Nutrition Facts label
The new date for large manufacturers, which is open to public comment for 30 days, is about a year and a half later than the initial July 28, 2018 date.
By Megan Poinski • Sept. 29, 2017 -
FDA
Report: FDA hasn't been doing enough FSMA inspections
The Inspector General's key takeaway is that the agency should do more to ensure the food supply is safe by quickly moving to ensure the correction of problems found at facilities.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 29, 2017 -
Study suggests artificial sweeteners may raise the risk of Type 2 diabetes
But the research was conducted on only 27 healthy volunteers, prompting some critics to call for larger trials in more realistic settings.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 28, 2017 -
Is NAFTA 2.0 the place for a US-Canada joint food safety agreement?
Some on both sides of the border are trying to seize the renegotiation momentum and inject new thinking and practical suggestions about these issues into the debate.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 27, 2017 -
Retrieved from Chobani on July 20, 2016
Chobani names seven startups for its next incubator class
The companies will be joining forces with the yogurt manufacturer to disrupt and revitalize food systems and bring better options to more people.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 27, 2017 -
Sponsored by Pyure Organic
The results are in: Sugar is out
As more reports are published detailing the effects of sugar on our health, consumers’ negative attitude toward sugar is only expected to grow, forcing brands to scramble to make changes to their formulas.
Sept. 26, 2017 -
Survey: What does 'natural' mean to consumers?
Most consumers seem to know it when they see it, according to an online study of 5,175 consumers from 10 countries.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 26, 2017 -
CDC unsure of the source for more than 1,000 cyclospora infections this year
Although illnesses linked to imported fresh produce occur nearly every year in the U.S., no likely source has been found for cases reported in 2017.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 25, 2017 -
Poll finds support for soda taxes to fund education and health programs
Previous surveys have found that people generally oppose these initiatives, but these results may come from tying proceeds to support specific programs.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 25, 2017 -
Could Impossible Fish follow the Impossible Burger?
Impossible Foods wants to use its technology to replicate other meats with plant-based protein, but producing seafood substitutes has many challenges.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 22, 2017 -
American Heart Association wants to reward SNAP recipients who don't buy soda
The public health group wants to give more food stamp benefits for fresh produce if people don't buy sugary drinks.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 21, 2017 -
FDA wants to share whole-genome sequencing data for food safety
It is a fast, accurate, cost-effective way to identify the nature and origin of pathogens that can cause foodborne illness, leading to earlier intervention after an outbreak.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 21, 2017 -
Report: Agrifood tech startups raised $4B in the first half of 2017
Investment interest increased according to AgFunder's report — particularly in food delivery, farm technologies and novel farming systems.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 20, 2017 -
USDA
United Fresh and Western Growers jointly promote recall insurance
This is not a one-size-fits-all proposition for food and agriculture companies, so the program puts together individualized coverage plans to help reduce risk and minimize exposure.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 20, 2017 -
Sponsored by
Deliciously different non-GMO applications
With a nationwide GMO labeling bill now signed into law, food brands are tasked with reconsidering their strategy to manage and comply with the transition.
Sept. 19, 2017 -
Tyson's plans for Kansas chicken plant ruffle local feathers
Concerns about the proposed processing facility, hatchery and feed mill mainly hinge on environmental issues, especially from residents living near the site.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 19, 2017 -
Global database matches agrifood projects with resources
Creators of the database hope it will help plug the funding gap for investments, noting that about 7% of venture funding goes to agrifood, yet it represents about 15% of the market.
By Cathy Siegner • Sept. 18, 2017 -
Opinion
How blockchain will restore consumer confidence in food safety
The technology was created specifically to solve the problem of transparency and trust between multiple parties. VeChain co-founder and CEO Sunny Lu explains how manufacturers can best make it work for them.
By Sunny Lu • Sept. 14, 2017
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